Spider-Man 4: The Cast is Shaping Up—Here’s Who’s In (and Who Might Be)
Spider-Man 4 is swinging into theaters in July 2026, with Shang-Chi director Destin Daniel Cretton at the helm. Unlike the “Home” trilogy, this sequel is set to explore a new phase of Peter Parker’s life—one where he’s completely on his own, thanks to the heartbreaking finale of No Way Home. Naturally, that means a shake-up in the cast, and the latest reports suggest a mix of familiar faces and fresh additions.
Who’s Confirmed—or Rumored—for Spider-Man 4?
With rumors flying left and right, fans are eager to know which characters will return, who the new villain will be, and whether any surprise heroes might show up. According to insider Daniel Richtman, here are six characters reportedly locked in—or in the process of being cast.
Tom Holland – Peter Parker
Not exactly a shocker—Tom Holland is back as Spider-Man for his fourth solo film in the MCU. Since his debut in Captain America: Civil War, this will be his seventh MCU appearance (possibly eighth if he sneaks into Avengers: Doomsday). But this time, Peter’s life looks a lot different. No Avengers. No friends who remember him. Just a young hero trying to find his place again.
Zendaya – MJ
Surprise, surprise—Zendaya is reportedly returning as Michelle Jones-Watson, despite No Way Home wiping her memory of Peter Parker. While early reports suggest her role might be smaller, fans are still hoping for plenty of screen time. Will Peter and MJ reconnect, or is their story truly over? That’s one of the biggest questions hanging over this film.
Sadie Sink – Mysterious New Character
Stranger Things star Sadie Sink is making her MCU debut, though Marvel is keeping her role under wraps. Descriptions hint at a “sharp and free-spirited” character with a “mysterious past.” Fans are already speculating—could she be the MCU’s Jean Grey? Firestar? A new take on Mary-Jane Watson? For now, we wait.
A Female Villain (TBA)
Marvel is reportedly casting a female villain between the ages of 30 and 50—described as “powerful and imposing” with a “commanding screen presence.” A mystery actress is already in negotiations, but her identity remains under wraps. Could this be Black Cat finally making her live-action debut? Or Olivia Octavius, inspired by Into the Spider-Verse?
New Male Role – Potential Miles Morales?
Another young character is on the way, described as a “resourceful young man in his early 20s.” The internet immediately latched onto one possibility—Miles Morales. While there’s no racial description tied to the role, it would make sense to introduce Miles now, especially with Across the Spider-Verse teasing his arrival.
New Male Role – A No-Nonsense Authority Figure
Marvel is also looking to cast a male actor (30-50) to play someone “loyal, determined, and willing to cross lines to maintain order.” That description screams Martin Li/Mister Negative—a major villain in the Spider-Man PlayStation games. But whether he’s a hero, antihero, or straight-up villain remains to be seen.
What’s Next for Spider-Man 4?
With production moving forward, more casting details should drop soon. Will we finally see live-action Miles Morales? Could Black Cat make her entrance? And how will Peter rebuild his life now that the world has forgotten him? One thing’s for sure—this next chapter is shaping up to be a game-changer.
